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Registered Nurse Per Diem - ICU/CCU (nights)
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Nuvance Health
Hourly rate:
$61.80,
Must be open to working nights
At Nuvance Health, we enjoy the benefits of a two-state system as we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected and supported. Together, we are a team of 15,000+
Our Accolades Include The Following
The Leapfrog Group - Grade A for quality and patient safety
Healthgrades - America’s 50 Best Hospitals
U.S. News & World Report - high performance in heart failure treatment
Summary The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care that is guided by the American Nurses Association (ANA) scope of practice. A Registered Nurse collaborates with patients, family/significant others, peers, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in the delivery of healthcare services to patients. The Registered Nurse assesses the patients needs, care plans, implements, and evaluates the medical and nursing regimens in accordance with the hospital and nursing philosophy, policies/procedures, and standards. They demonstrate leadership skills and commitment to professional accountability and growth.
Responsibilities
Completes patient assessment and reassessment as clinically indicated
Documents detailed information incorporating the plan of care, interventions and outcomes reflecting the patients physical, mental, and emotional status
Ensures appropriate documentation based on the level of care the patient is receiving to include transfer/discharge documentation as indicated
Follows the five Rights of Medication Administration. Verbalize to patients/family/significant other the medication they are receiving. Assesses the patient prior to administering medications noting allergies, parameters, potential side effects, effectiveness and intervening as needed. Reassesses and documents response according to hospital policy
Coordinates and supervises the delivery of nursing care, including the delegation of tasks
Maintains accountability for care delegated
Actively works to promote a culture of safety
Assesses patients for potential safety risks
Adheres to hospital policies and procedures regarding patient safety. Initiates interventions related to the risk factors identified
Conducts bedside shift report and bedside rounds with peer on assigned patients at change of shift
Demonstrate quality by documenting the application of the nursing process in a responsible, accountable, and ethical manner
Ensures patient hand-off as appropriate when leaving for breaks
Assess learning needs of patient/family/significant other. Plans and provides appropriate instruction using applicable teaching methods. Assesses and documents patient/family/significant other response to teaching
Cares for specific patient populations, despite location, as necessary
Deliver Patient Centered Care
Embrace the cultural diversity and difference of patients and team members
Respect the dignity of all individuals through the maintenance of the caring relationship
Maintains open lines of communication inclusive of actively listening
Meets accreditation, regulatory, and compliance responsibilities related to the position
Works to promote a culture of learning and growth
Seek experiences and formal and independent learning activities to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge
Teach others to succeed through mentorship
Performs other duties as assigned within the state nursing scope of practice
Education Associate’s Level DGRE
Other Information Current and unobstructed Connecticut Registered Nurse License (CT Hospitals)
American Nurses Association endorsed Certifications or Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses Certification Preferred (Based on Certification specialty hours of work requirement)
Working Conditions Manual: significant manual skills/motor coordination & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Credentials: RN, BLS
Company: Norwalk Hospital Association
Org Unit: 384
Department: ICU/CCU
Exempt: No
Additional Information Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Other
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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Registered Nurse Per Diem - ICU/CCU (nights)
role at
Nuvance Health
Hourly rate:
$61.80,
Must be open to working nights
At Nuvance Health, we enjoy the benefits of a two-state system as we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcomed, respected and supported. Together, we are a team of 15,000+
Our Accolades Include The Following
The Leapfrog Group - Grade A for quality and patient safety
Healthgrades - America’s 50 Best Hospitals
U.S. News & World Report - high performance in heart failure treatment
Summary The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care that is guided by the American Nurses Association (ANA) scope of practice. A Registered Nurse collaborates with patients, family/significant others, peers, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in the delivery of healthcare services to patients. The Registered Nurse assesses the patients needs, care plans, implements, and evaluates the medical and nursing regimens in accordance with the hospital and nursing philosophy, policies/procedures, and standards. They demonstrate leadership skills and commitment to professional accountability and growth.
Responsibilities
Completes patient assessment and reassessment as clinically indicated
Documents detailed information incorporating the plan of care, interventions and outcomes reflecting the patients physical, mental, and emotional status
Ensures appropriate documentation based on the level of care the patient is receiving to include transfer/discharge documentation as indicated
Follows the five Rights of Medication Administration. Verbalize to patients/family/significant other the medication they are receiving. Assesses the patient prior to administering medications noting allergies, parameters, potential side effects, effectiveness and intervening as needed. Reassesses and documents response according to hospital policy
Coordinates and supervises the delivery of nursing care, including the delegation of tasks
Maintains accountability for care delegated
Actively works to promote a culture of safety
Assesses patients for potential safety risks
Adheres to hospital policies and procedures regarding patient safety. Initiates interventions related to the risk factors identified
Conducts bedside shift report and bedside rounds with peer on assigned patients at change of shift
Demonstrate quality by documenting the application of the nursing process in a responsible, accountable, and ethical manner
Ensures patient hand-off as appropriate when leaving for breaks
Assess learning needs of patient/family/significant other. Plans and provides appropriate instruction using applicable teaching methods. Assesses and documents patient/family/significant other response to teaching
Cares for specific patient populations, despite location, as necessary
Deliver Patient Centered Care
Embrace the cultural diversity and difference of patients and team members
Respect the dignity of all individuals through the maintenance of the caring relationship
Maintains open lines of communication inclusive of actively listening
Meets accreditation, regulatory, and compliance responsibilities related to the position
Works to promote a culture of learning and growth
Seek experiences and formal and independent learning activities to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge
Teach others to succeed through mentorship
Performs other duties as assigned within the state nursing scope of practice
Education Associate’s Level DGRE
Other Information Current and unobstructed Connecticut Registered Nurse License (CT Hospitals)
American Nurses Association endorsed Certifications or Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses Certification Preferred (Based on Certification specialty hours of work requirement)
Working Conditions Manual: significant manual skills/motor coordination & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.
Credentials: RN, BLS
Company: Norwalk Hospital Association
Org Unit: 384
Department: ICU/CCU
Exempt: No
Additional Information Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Other
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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